PITTSFIELD, Mass. — In an effort to defray costs of equipment, trips and campouts, Boy Scout Troop 8 will host the Pittsfield Pizza Playoff, an all-you-can-eat pizza buffet from 13 area pizzerias, as well as a competition for best pizza.

The event will take place at the lower hall of St. Charles Church on Briggs Ave. on Jan. 26 from 5 to 8 p.m. Tickets are $6 per adult, $4 for children under 12 and free for children under 3. The general public will vote on a winner for best pizza.

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